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Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake

A Bib Gourmand khanom buang stall on Phra Sumen Road, near Khao San, making crispy Thai pancakes to order for more than 50 years. Cash only.

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Hours
Daily 09:00–18:00

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Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.

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Address
102 Phra Sumen Road, Chana Songkhram, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Phone
090 998 3296
Website
www.wongnai.com/r/kanombuengmaeprapha
Full opening hours
Monday09:00–18:00
Tuesday09:00–18:00
Wednesday09:00–18:00
Thursday09:00–18:00
Friday09:00–18:00
Saturday09:00–18:00
Sunday09:00–18:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake is a stall on Phra Sumen Road in Phra Nakhon, a short walk from Khao San Road, that has made khanom buang, Thailand's crispy little pancakes, for more than 50 years. The 2027 MICHELIN Guide Thailand gave this Phra Nakhon shop a Bib Gourmand, new that year. The family has other branches, but this is the one in the guide.

The batter is mung bean and brown rice flour with coconut milk, spread thin on a hot pan and folded over sweet or savory toppings, and each one is made to order, so expect a short wait. Michelin lists it open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, and it's cash only. Many regulars phone their order ahead to skip the queue.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Nov 2026

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102 Phra Sumen Road, Chana Songkhram, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

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Questions about Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake

Is Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake worth visiting?

Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake holds a 4.4★ rating from 229 Google reviews.

What are the opening hours of Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake?

Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake is typically open 09:00–18:00. The full day-by-day schedule is in the location info on this page, and hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake?

The best months to visit Bangkok are November to February, with the most reliable weather. The busiest times are December and January, and going early in the day usually means fewer people. The times to think twice about are April to May (peak heat).

Where is Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake located?

Mae Prapha Crispy Pancake is at 102 Phra Sumen Road, Chana Songkhram, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. The usual ways to get around Bangkok are BTS Skytrain (most central areas) and MRT Metro (underground).

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